Events and communications Trainee

We are looking for an Events and communications Trainee to join our rapidly growing in vitro diagnostics company, a leader in the industry for the past 15 years. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience and learn at Sysmex, as you develop professionally within our Business Servce Iberia unit. The selected candidate will be based in our Barcelona office and will provide support to our Marketing & Communication department in the Iberia region.

Job Title: Event and Marketing Trainee
Location: Barcelona (Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
Department: Marketing & Communications
Contract Type: Full-time internship

Key Responsibilities:

Event Planning and Coordination:

• Assist in the planning and coordination of up to 57 events per year, including congresses, internal and external meetings, and corporate events.

• Support logistical arrangements such as venue selection, catering, materials, and scheduling.

• Ensure smooth execution by managing suppliers, travel agencies, and internal stakeholders.

• Prepare and organize event materials (flyers, banners, brochures) with support from the SEU design team.

• Coordinate the set-up of event stands and ensure all necessary materials are available on-site.

Marketing and Communications Support:

• Assist in creating marketing materials such as brochures, invitations, giveaways, and presentations.

• Update event and congress presentations using PowerPoint (venues, global follow-up, KPIs, feedback reports).

• Manage the calendar of third-party congresses and update budget reports using Excel.

• Create and update offline and online content (flyers, newsletters, webpages).

• Support the implementation of the corporate and internal communications strategy.

Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze post-event feedback to improve future event performance.

• Prepare detailed event reports with key insights and recommendations.

What We Offer:

• Full-time internship with flexible working hours (hybrid model: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote).

• Subsidized gym membership

• Hands-on experience in a multinational environment with exposure to diverse stakeholders.

• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of events with different themes and formats.

• Professional development in event management, communications, and marketing.

• Support and guidance from experienced professionals.

What you need to be successful:

Education:

• Currently pursuing a Master’s in Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, or a related field.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.

• Creative mindset and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and meet tight deadlines.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle unexpected situations.

• Proactive, team player with a flexible attitude.

Technical Requirements:

• Good command of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Basic knowledge of Adobe tools (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Premiere).

• Strong analytical skills for reporting and KPI analysis.

Languages:

• Fluent in Spanish (spoken and written).

• Intermediate level of English (especially for written communication).

  
  

At Sysmex we are focused on cultivating a diverse and inclusive work environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and innovation. Sysmex is an equal opportunity employer, we are actively looking for qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or age. We celebrate how different perspectives benefit our employees, our products, and our community.